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Vatican Gardens by Minibus and Castel Sant'Angelo Tour

Place: Rome
Duration: 3 hours
Mobile voucher accepted

Do this because

  • Get lost in the lush Vatican Gardens, where art and nature meet in harmony
  • Enjoy a panoramic drive through the gardens as you learn about their history
  • Tour the impressive galleries and hallways of the historic Vatican Museums
  • Marvel at the true artistry of Michelangelo with a visit to the Sistine Chapel
  • Discover the centuries of ancient history within the castle walls

What to expect

Discover the beauty of the Vatican Gardens and the Sistine Chapel on this combo experience of bus tour and museums visit. Enjoy amazing views from an open-air minibus. Visit the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel at your own pace with your reserved entrance.

Visit the Castel Sant'Angelo, explore the museum's seven floors to discover an extensive collection of ancient artifacts and perfectly preserved frescoes from the Renaissance period. Built in 135 AD for the Roman Emperor Hadrian, the building has played an important part in Rome's architectural history.

Take a bus for 45 minutes to this exclusive landscaped area of the Vatican Gardens, designed by the great Renaissance architect Carlo Maderno and immerse yourself in the splendor. Then enjoy a visit to the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel at your own pace. There are countless things to see, but make sure you don't miss the 5 highlights: the 4 dazzling Raphael Rooms that make up the public part of the Popes' apartments, the Torso del Belvedere, the San Girolamo in the desert of Leonardo da Vinci, the Round Room and the Sistine Chapel.

Discover the history of Castel Sant'Angelo mausoleum-turned-museum with skip-the-line, hosted access. Located on the right bank of the Tiber only a short distance from the Vatican City, the Castel Sant'Angelo is an ancient fortress with centuries of amazing history not to be missed!

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Important to know

Know in advance:

  • Your confirmation voucher, you'll receive is not your ticket. Please note that you'll need to report at the TOURISTATION office before visiting the attraction to receive your entries
  • Note that you'll have to pass through security check
  • Children under the age of 7 are not allowed on this tour
  • Please note that the Museum hours and closures may change due to special Religious events
  • Kindly cover your shoulders and knees (shorts are not allowed)
  • The Vatican Museums reserve free admission to all disabled visitors with a certified disability of more than 74%. In case of not self-sufficient, the free ticket is also extended to a companion
  • You must enter the Vatican at the time stated on your ticket. Latecomers will not be admitted

Remember to bring:

  • Please bring a valid ID for children
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What’s included

Entrance fees

Skip-the-line tickets

Cancellation policy

Please note that this experience is non-refundable, even if cancelled in advance.

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Location

Viale Vaticano, 95, Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome Capital, Italy

Meeting point:

Meet at TOURISTATION VATICANO Viale Vaticano, 95 (50mt away from the Vatican Museums’ entrance).

Provider

Ticketstation srl

Need a hand?

Would you like some help making a booking? Or perhaps you just want to ask a few questions. Whatever the reason, don't hesitate to get in touch.

Opening hours: Our team is available from 10.00 to 18.00 CET

Phone number: +44 121 468 3145